Mahu - Khari, Ramban
Mahu is a village situated in the Khari tehsil of Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Banihal and around 64 km from Ramban. Mahu Lower serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahu is 004534. The village covers a total geographical area of 4777 hectares and falls under the 182146 pincode. Banihal is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mahu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banihal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahu
As per Census 2011, Mahu village has a total population of 3,047 people, consisting of 1,618 males and 1,429 females. The village has 716 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 678 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 730 literate and 2,317 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,047 | 1,618 | 1,429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 678 | 373 | 305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 21 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 730 | 581 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,317 | 1,037 | 1,280 |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahu
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mahu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banihal to Mahu is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ramban to Mahu is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahu
Where is Mahu located?
Mahu village is located in Khari Tehsil, Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahu?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahu is Mahu Lower.
What is the pincode of Mahu?
The pincode of Mahu is 182146.
What is the population of Mahu?
Mahu has a total population of 3,047, including 1,618 males and 1,429 females.
How many households are there in Mahu?
There are 716 households in Mahu.
What is the literacy rate in Mahu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahu is 23.96%. Male literacy is 35.91% and female literacy is 10.43%.